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⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool

Condo with a water park, steps from Gulf Shores Beach

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In the heart of Gulf Shores, Stay Sunny Side Up offers a warm beachfront retreat with direct access to the sand. Unwind on the balcony with a peak-a-boo ocean view or relax in front of Smart TVs featuring your favorite streaming services. With self check-in and keyless entry, walk to cafes and enjoy dining options nearby.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 892 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool

Welcome to Stay Sunny Side Up! Our place is a NEWLY RENOVATED Condo at Ocean Reef located in the HEART of Gulf Shores. We are steps away from the sand and within walking distance from the Hangout.

☞ Beachfront w/ direct access ⛱
☞ 2BDR + Loft/1 King & 2 Queen
☞ Sleeper sofa
☞ 2 full sized bathrooms
☞ Balcony w/ peak-a-boo ocean view
☞ Smart TVs (Youtube TV, Hulu, Disney+, & Paramount+ included)
☞ Fully equipped kitchen
☞ Self check-in w/ keyless entry
☞ Walk to cafes, dining, etc.
☞ Parking up to 2 cars
☞ Patio w/ BBQ + POOL*

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 32 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 987 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Scan the QR code on the fridge. This lets our cleaners know it’s ready to be cleaned for our next guest.
Please leave the parking passes on the table
If you used the sleeper sofa please leave the linen on the sofa at the end of your stay
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. With waterskiing, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf State Park
    Gulf State Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • GulfShores_WatervilleUSA_6097646-06
    Waterville USA
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hangout Music Fest
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    12 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    13 min walk
  • The Catch
    5 min walk
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
    10 min walk
  • The Happy Pappy Coffee House
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool located?

Situated in Gulf Shores, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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⛱ Steps-to-Sand ❤ Ocean views | 65” Smart TV, Pool Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

We love staying here. Great location to all the attractions. Will return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our stay at Stay Sunny Side Up. We especially enjoyed the location, beach accessibility, and pool. We had 4 adults and 3 children and the property accommodated us comfortably
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time staying here! The condo was very clean and just as pictured. The pool area was nice and the proximity to the beach was awesome! Also, it’s within walking distance of many shops and restaurants. We did quite a few of the suggested activities such as the Dolphin Fun Cruise, mini golf, The Warf, and The Hangout which were all great as well! We had so much fun and would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neisha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good choice

Nice place close to beach and nice community pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect family vacation

The home was perfect for my family. We were close to the beach. We all enjoyed the pool. The place was very clean and welcoming. My kids can’t wait to go back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf shores

Clean with a great location. Owners very responsive to messages. Enjoyed not having a big list of chores to check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

abigail h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, clean, and safe!

We were in need of a much needed girls trip and wanted a cute place we could all have our own space and was super close to the beach. This VRBO was perfect! Steps to the beach, easy to walk everywhere and the condo had enough space for all of us. Organized, clean and even had a balcony for us to enjoy. Overall great experience and amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

Super cute, spacious and clean. This rental is AT the beach and close to all the fun Gulf Shores and the surrounding area has to offer. Would definitly go baxk. Thanks Cristina and Norris!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

S M., Harrodsburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous condo

My husband and rented this lovely condo for ourselves, my mother and 20 yr old daughter. Great space with plenty of room. It is just as nice as pictured and is only a short walk to beach. This was our first time at Sunny Side Up and our second time at Ocean Reef. You will not be disappointed! The owners were excellent as far as communication and response to questions. No complaints from our group!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Darci F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property

Perfect property for our family. We enjoyed the pool and being steps from the beach and walking distance to so many things!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaci H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

We loved our stay at Steps to Sand. Great location. Cristina made everything super simple. Everything was clean and just made for a relaxing trip. Will definitely book again if back in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Beach Trip

Wonderful place to stay. Enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect spot!

We enjoyed our stay. Although it was a quick trip, it was the perfect spot for us. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The apartment was perfectly sized and had everything we needed! We did not need to contact host at all while we were there, but knew we could if we needed to. They have great info and videos to explain everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brendan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Beach Trip

We had a great stay! The location truly can’t be beat, just steps from the beach, which made it so easy to come and go throughout the day. Parking was a huge plus and super convenient. The host was responsive, and check-in was smooth. We also really appreciated the simple checkout process with minimal requirements.The unit itself could use a little TLC to make it feel more refreshed, but overall, it provided what we needed for a an enjoyable trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time and loved the townhouse. The property was great and the owners were very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittaney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent home & excellent host

Our family stayed here for 4 nights, the home was extremely clean, perfect location, and the host was very accommodating. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moriah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

We had a wonderful spring break trip to Gulf Shores. The location was amazing and the unit was everything we hoped for. Bright, cheerful and steps from the beach. Easy to get to and easy access to everything. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saumya K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay, amazing hosts!

We had a great time at Cristina’s condo! It was super close to the sand and restaurants. Cristina was an amazing host! Check in was smooth she really provides all the information for you from the house manual and YouTube videos! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation!

We loved our time in Gulf Shores! The unit was clean and adorably decorated! The entire process was so easy. Wonderful location. Steps to the beach and the pool was perfect having a younger child! Super happy overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rommel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach getaway!!

My family and I absolutely loved staying at Christina’s Gulf shores retreat!! The place is beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we could ask for. We spent our nights relaxing on the deck while listening to the waves crashing on the shore. The location is a short walk to the beach and close enough to great eateries. Overall, I wouldn’t hesitate to return to Christina’s place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ash J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Stay!

Cristina’s place was amazing! It is very well decorated and comfortable. We’ve always fantasized what it’s like to live on the beach and Cristina’s place was right next to the sand. What also helped out a lot was her YouTube videos for some of the questions we had. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would Stay Again!

This place was clean and comfortable, and the listing was accurate. It is a minute walk to the sand, which was very convenient with our young child. This place would be great for a family trip, a girls' weekend, etc. We could also walk to quite a few restaurants. The parking was convenient, check-in/out was extremely easy, the host was kind and helpful, and I really have no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elesia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo!!! Location was perfect, very quiet, condo was decorated nicely, very well stocked.

I have never had an owner communicate like Christine did. She was very informative and concerned about our stay. Will stay here next time. Absolutely amazing!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, clean, easy check in/out, attentive owners

This property was everything we expected and more! Very clean, well kept, and AMAZING location!!! My husband, 4 kiddos and I had plenty of room! We will be back!!!!! 🤗🌴🌊🏝😎
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022